Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Night in Elizabeth on Wednesday
Local time
11:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
32 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabeth, NJ
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Butler, NJ
Joel Zar
Trip Overview
The drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ covers 32 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Jersey Street, Spring Street, US 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 32 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Jersey Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Jersey Street | — | — |
| Spring Street | — | — |
| US 22 | — | — |
| NJ 3 | — | — |
| NJ 3 West | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| CR 511 | — | — |
| Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Jersey Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Butler, NJ.
1
Start on the route
36 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Jersey Street
3
Turn left onto Spring Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
4
Keep slight right
2.1 mi
·
3 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
6
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 3: Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
NJ 3: Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
7
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 3 West: Clifton
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
NJ 3 West: Clifton
8
Continue straight
4.4 mi
·
5 min
9
Merge slight right
3.7 mi
·
4 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water Gap, Butler
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water Gap, Butler
11
Merge slight right
4.6 mi
·
5 min
12
Continue straight
2.3 mi
·
2 min
13
Take the exit straight toward CR 511 Alt
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
CR 511 Alt
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
15
Continue on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, or about 22m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Butler, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Elizabeth, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elizabeth, NJ
This is one driving day of about 32 miles and 44m.
At 32 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Elizabeth, NJ · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Butler, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Butler, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.31 one way
$10.61 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.21 | $12.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Butler, NJ
Night in Butler on Wednesday
Local time
11:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ covers 32 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Jersey Street, Spring Street, US 22. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elizabeth, NJ to Butler, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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